Three new games are hitting Nintendo's digital download service, including a …

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Since many of us will be getting together with family over the next few days, Nintendo's digital download service is offering a pair of casual multiplayer titles for everyone to enjoy, as well as a classic single-player game for those who need to get away from the family.

WiiWare

Tiki Towers (RealArcade, 1-2 players, Rated E, 500 Wii Points)

A tropical-themed puzzler, Tiki Towers has players creating towers out of various natural materials, including bamboo, coconuts, and vines. The game takes place across five tropical islands and 20 different levels, and includes four enemy chiefs to defeat. Play in either single-player or two-player co-op.

A virtual version of one of the best group activities out there, Fun! Fun! Minigolf lets players putt around across a variety of courses throughout America, Asia, and Europe. In the game, players use the Wii remote as a golf club in an attempt to mimic Wii Sports' easy-to-grasp control scheme. While we've yet to play the game, the title suggests that it should be fun.

Virtual Console

Phantasy Star IV (Sega Genesis, 1 player, Rated E, 800 Wii Points)

Originally released back in 1995, PSIV is the third entry in the series to have been released on the Genesis, as well as the third to hit the Virtual Console. Though similar to its predecessors, the game differentiated itself through a variety of innovations including combo attacks, pre-programmable moves, and a manga-influenced story presentation. Though slightly easier then previous games, PSIV is widely regarded as one of the best in the series.

Though WiiWare is in no way experiencing a shortage of puzzle games, a good minigolf game and a classic RPG are welcome additions. And given this weeks scant retail release schedule, they may be your best options if you're looking for something new to play.